Kalonji

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 5, 2025.

What are other common names?

Nigella sativa
Ajenuz
Aranuel
Baraka
Black Caraway
Black Cumin
Black Seed
Blessed Seed
Charnushka
Charnuska
Cheveux de Vénus
Cominho Negro
Comino Negro
Cumin Noir
Fennel Flower
Fennel Flower Plant
Fitch
Graine de Nigelle
Graine Noire
Kalajaji
Kalajira
Krishnajirika
La Grainer Noire
Love in the Mist
Mugrela
Nielle
Nigella
Nigella Sativa
Nigelle Cultivée
Nigelle de Crête
Nutmeg Flower
Poivrette
Roman-Coriander
Schwarzkummel
Shonaiz
Small Fennel
The Blessed Seed
Toute Épice
Upakuncika

What is this product used for?

Kalonji may help prevent cell damage. Science currently does not support the use of this product for any other health problem.

What are the precautions when taking this product?

Always check with your doctor before you use a natural product. Some products may not mix well with drugs or other natural products.
Do not use this product if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant soon. Use birth control you can trust while taking this product.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this natural product.
This product may cause you to be sleepy. Take extra care driving and doing tasks that you need to be alert for.
Take extra care if you are taking drugs for high blood pressure. These are drugs like captopril, atenolol, furosemide, and amlodipine.
Take extra care if you are taking drugs that lower your blood sugar. These are drugs like glipizide, acarbose, metformin, or rosiglitazone.
If you have blood sugar problems, keep hard candies, glucose tablets, liquid glucose, or juice on hand for low blood sugar.
Take extra care and check with your doctor if you have:
- Seizures
- Diabetes

What should I watch for?

Skin irritation or rash when applied to the skin
Upset stomach
Feeling tired
Increased hunger

When do I need to call the doctor?

Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; fever; rash; hives; itching, discolored, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Go to the ER right away.
Signs of low blood sugar. These include anger, shaking, a fast heartbeat, confusion, or sweating.
Signs of low blood pressure like feeling dizzy, weak, or tired; fainting; more thirst; or skin that is pale, cool, and clammy.

Last Reviewed Date

2023-08-14

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